Ep 18: The 8 Most Characteristic Chinese New Year Rituals

What actually happens during Chinese New Year? It is a busy time filled with specific "Rituals" (习俗 - Xísú) that bring families together.In this episode, we provide a comprehensive guide to the 8 essential activities of the Spring Festival. We go beyond the surface to explain the "Why" and the "How" of each tradition.You will learn the Mandarin terms for:- Pasting Couplets (Tie Chunlian)- Staying up late on New Year's Eve (Shou Sui)- Paying New Year calls (Bai Nian)Whether you are an advanced learner or a beginner, this episode will give you the cultural context to appreciate the holiday on a deeper level.Connect with Daily Chinese:YouTube: https://youtu.be/SoixUr-lRC8📄 DOWNLOAD FREE SCRIPT & VOCAB LIST: https://bit.ly/dailychinesescript